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Shawna Adkins has nearly a decade of experience treating adults. Shawna specializes in the treatment of substance use and addiction. She is also a certified mindfulness meditation teacher.
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Shawna Adkins
Therapist(she/her)
10 years of experience
- Virtual
- Substance use / addiction, Depression, Stress management, Trauma
- Individual therapy
My approach to therapy
Shawna takes a holistic and trauma-informed approach to create a therapeutic space that invites you to embark on a journey to (re)discover your true nature and grow your confidence.
What you can expect from me
My aim is to build a trustworthy relationship with you, from which we can jointly address difficult thoughts, complex emotions, or challenging situations presented in life. We will work together to more confidently navigate spaces, to reduce harm, and bring you closer to self-compassion and self-acceptance.
About me
- I identify asBlack or African descent, Cisgender Woman
- My style isAffirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Qualification and insurance
- Years of experience10 years of experience
- TrainingMSW (Master of Social Work) at University of California, Berkeley
- License typeLCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) (California)
- Licensed in
- Insurance acceptedAetna, Anthem Blue Cross, Oxford, Providence Health Plan, United Healthcare
Care details
- Top specialtiesSubstance use / addiction, Depression, Stress management, Trauma
- More specialtiesAnxiety, Bipolar disorder, Family issues, Anger management, Panic disorders, Cultural & ethnic issues, End of life care, Grief or loss, Physical health issues, Maternal mental health, Relationship issues, Women's issues, PTSD, Chronic conditions
- Therapy methodsHumanistic, Internal Family Systems Therapy (IFS), Strength-Based, Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Seeking Safety, Relational, Motivational Interviewing, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Care typesIndividual therapy
- Ages servedSeniors, Adults
- LanguagesEnglish